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Margaret B. “Meg” Crnkovich, 77

April 25, 2025

Margaret B. “Meg” Crnkovich, 77, of Lancaster, went peacefully to her eternal rest on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital.

Born in Cleveland, OH, she was the daughter of the late Nelson and Jean (Steffens) Otis. She is the wife of the late Gregory A. Crnkovich.

Meg was a talented and passionate artist. She dedicated much of her life to creating beautiful works of art, especially through her oil paintings. Her love for art was evident in every piece she made. Meg was a graduate of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in Philadelphia, where she met her husband. She also taught art classes at the Lancaster Art Association and at Lancaster Preparatory School.

Meg was a longtime and faithful member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lancaster. Her parish family brought her immense consolation and comfort, especially in the later years of her life. She was instrumental in imparting the teachings of the Catholic faith to her daughter, and she will be remembered as a loving and devoted mother.

Meg is survived by her daughter, Regina (Dustin Vogel) Crnkovich; her five siblings; and many nieces and nephews.

Friends and family will be received from 10am to 11am on Friday, May 2, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 440 Saint Joseph Street, Lancaster, PA 17603. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow beginning at 11am. Burial will take place in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Meg’s name to the Society of St. Vincent De Paul at: https://sjnconfsvdp.org/donate.

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May 04, 2025

To the family – I was out of town when your service was held – so I was unable to offer my thoughts for you in person.  I only knew Meg brieflty and occasionally – but enjoyed our conversations.  Hopefully it is a comfort knowing that her faith has taken her to peace and that you find comfort in that.  With my most sincere thoughts – Joyce (and Mike in absence) Heberlein 

May 04, 2025

Dear Regina, Sending my heartfelt condolences to you. I last saw your mom at the Giant not very long ago. We would see each other all the time at Mass and would have these wonderful conversations afterwards. We parted with laughter and a hug at the Giant that day,  I will always cherish that memory.  Meg was a noble and brave person.  Love to you, Carolyn Farris-Hoar ❤️

May 02, 2025

Meg was such a nice woman. Her art was so beautiful. I am glad that I got to know her about 8 years ago. Meg was so strong with all of the physical trials that she was going through. Always kind to others. I will miss her greatly. I am saddened that I did not know that she had passed. May she have eternal life in her new healed body enjoying Christ’s love and companionship. ❤️ My sincere condolences to her daughter Regina.
Susan Wisniewski

May 01, 2025

Dear Crkovich family:  I am so very sorry for your loss.  I didn’t see this obit til someone asked me about it so I checked online and found it.  I knew Meg’s husband, Gregory, who was also a very talented artist.  Went to grade school @ St Anthony’s and LCHS with him.  I hope you can find comfort in knowing they are now together with their Lord & Savior.  Please accept my sincere condolences.  Thoughts and prayers are with you all.  Sincerely, Carolyn (Shoemaker) Brown 

April 30, 2025

I’m so very sorry for your loss.  Meg was a very special person & will be missed. Many prayers. 
Carole Kirchner

April 29, 2025

Sending prayers for you and your family-
Mary Kegel and Geoff Stankiewicz

April 29, 2025

Dear Regina,
Your other was very special. I valued her as a friend and neighbor. I know she loved you very much and was extremely  proud of all you have accomplished. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers!
The entire Cullen family
 

April 28, 2025

I got to know Meg through her devotion to Mass at St Joseph Church.  Although plagued by arthritis, Meg only ever lamented her increasing difficulty doing her art and did not complain but bore her difficulites with grace and good humor. She drove herself until her fall changed the trajectory of her life and was as independent as possible. Always welcoming, I enjoyed any time that I had with Meg — an outing for lunch, the gala celebration of St Joseph’s 175th anniversay, and times in her home. I will miss her very much. My love and condolences to Gina and her family members. 
Anne Orban

April 28, 2025

Gina,
I was so very sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. I met her at church a few times after you and I had been to Lourdes. She was gracious and lovely. May she rest in eternal peace. With love,
Bonnie Schmitt

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Friday, May 02, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
St. Joseph Catholic Church
440 Saint Joseph Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
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